How to Get Windows 11 for Free (or Under $15)

Windows 11

When you’re planning a PC build — even one of the best PC builds — you’re probably working toward a budget. Perhaps you put aside $300 for the CPU, another $150 for the motherboard and $500 for the graphics card. If you want to run Windows — and most PC builders and gamers do — Microsoft would like you to pony up at least $139 for a retail operating system license ($199 if it’s Windows 11 Pro).

The good news is that you can get Windows 11 Home or Pro for free (with small caveats) or for as little as $12 if you want the full, hassle-free experience. PC companies such as Dell and Lenovo don’t pay full retail price for Windows (they get OEM licenses at bulk costs that are an industry secret) so why should you be penalized for building your own computer?

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